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Category: Police Reform
Increasing Police Accountability Through Early Intervention
Every officer must prevent or stop any misconduct by another officer and report officer misconduct when they become aware of it
Improving Safety: The Role of Procedural Justice & Police-Community Trust
Sgt. Jason Lehman reviews key tenets of procedural justice to help officers operate safely and effectively
DOJ’s Proposed 2022 Budget for Grant Funding Reveals Focus on Police Reform
Body cameras, anti-bias training and restrictions on use of force are all items for proposed funding
5 Tips for Law Enforcement Agencies Responding to a Freedom of Information Act Request
Don’t wait for an officer-involved shooting or other critical event to determine how you’ll comply with a records request
The Importance of Incorporating Decision-Making in Law Enforcement Training
Evaluate your training and determine if you’re teaching officers how to make good decisions
Police Reform: Fourth Amendment Use of Force
Every single police officer must understand Graham v. Connor
When & How: Law Enforcement De-Escalation in Mental Health Crises
The person in crisis must participate in the de-escalation process as well
Co-Responders: Partnership Between Law Enforcement and Mental Health Practitioners
Mental health professionals must understand the job they are purporting to assist
COPS Grant Funding in Fiscal Year 2021: What Can We Expect?
Previous application requirements and shifting community priorities provide some hints
Using Legitimacy as a Guide to Police Reform
Whether use of force is legally justified in a given situation is not the only consideration
Lexipol Announces Free Police Reform Webinar Series
Public safety industry leader hosts three-part series focused on educating law enforcement and the public on use of force, crisis response and officer training